Instructional Design Coach (state credential track, Illinois)

Offered in both online-only and face-to-face formats, this program provides a strong foundation in educational philosophy and instructional design to prepare preK–12 teachers to effectively integrate and assess technology in their content areas. It is designed for candidates seeking the Technology Specialist endorsement. Visit the Illinois State Board of Education for specific requirements, updates and amendments.

In addition to National College of Education Graduate Admissions Requirements, applicants must:

Have a Professional Educator License
Pass the Test of Academic Proficiency (TAP) or ISBE approved alternative
Successfully demonstrate ISTE-Standards Teachers competencies or approved equivalent
Complete a limitation form for applicants who are not eligible for the Illinois Technology Specialist endorsement

Program Details:

Requires 33 SH for completion

Required Courses

MED Core - 6 SH

ESR 505	Educational Inquiry and Assessment	3
LSE 500	Introduction to the Learning Sciences and Technology	3

Program Requirements - 25 SH

TIE 515	Critical Educational Technology Issues in Historical, Philosophical, and Policy Contexts	3
TIE 525	Designing Digital Age Learning Environments	3
TIE 532	Visionary Leadership for Digital Learning Contexts	3
TIE 533	Technologies for Leadership, Analysis and Decision Making	3
TIE 535	Instructional Design Foundations for Digital Age Learning Environments	1 TO 3
TIE 542	Digital Tools for Teaching, Learning and Assessment	3
TIE 575	Leading Learning Technologies and Instructional Design with Shared Vision	3
TIE 592	Portfolio Seminar to Advance Content Knowledge, Professional Growth, & Leadership	1
TIE 593	Research Seminar: The Role of Emerging Technologies in Teaching, Learning, and Assessment	3

Notes: TIE 535 must be taken for 3 semester hours.

Program Electives - 2 SH

Choose 2 SH from the courses below:

TIE 583	Workshop/Technology in Education/Contemporary Issues	1 TO 3
TIE 584	Workshop/Technology in Education/Curriculum Materials	1 TO 3
TIE 585	Workshop/Technology in Education/Instructional Practices	1 TO 3
TIE 594	Independent Study/Technology in Education	1 TO 3
TIE 595	Selected Topics/Technology in Education	1 TO 5

Note: Students must seek approval from the Program Director in consultation with their Academic Advisor.

For more information about this program, visit http://www.nl.edu/academics/educationmastersadvanceded/technologyineducation/